Dear all,

I have been constantly clearing my throat for a few months now (since Summer). I do have a history of acid reflux and a small HH (don’t have any other symptoms). I am a teacher and the problem is seriously affecting my quality of life.

I have been to the general doctor, prescribed PPIs (40mg of pantoprozole) and had an appointment for a ENT doctor who thinks I should go to voice therapy, which is odd. Still on the waiting list for a gastroenterologist. The issue is I’ve I have gone nuclear on the problem for the past month, acid low diet, no coffee, no caffeine, no alcohol, sleeping on a wedge, alkaline water (gurgling too), no food before bed, started CBT, but really can’t get any relief. Any one had any experience solving this? Seriously driving health anxiety in me. Any tips would be greatly appreciated, I’m in Germany were H blockers don’t seem to be available - otherwise I’d try those rather than PPIs.